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BMW 118

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LM05 VTYMOT history

LM05 VTY is a grey diesel BMW 118 first used on 21 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 21 Jul 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 156,565 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2025.

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MOT
Expired
On 21 Jul 2026
Mileage
156,565 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,643 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM05 VTY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM05 VTY was last recorded at 156,565 miles on 22 Jul 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Nov 2012: 61,829 miles, lower than 61,831 miles on 16 Nov 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
156,565 miles · 21 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,643 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 156,565 miles
  • 2024 – 146,088 miles
  • 2023 – 133,048 miles
  • 2022 – 129,037 miles
  • 2021 – 126,427 miles
  • 2020 – 125,331 miles
  • 2019 – 123,397 miles
  • 2018 – 121,219 miles
  • 2016 – 116,251 miles
  • 2015 – 112,592 miles
  • 2014 – 109,423 miles
  • 2013 – 84,240 miles
  • 2012 – 61,829 miles
  • 2011 – 57,664 miles
  • 2010 – 50,382 miles
  • 2009 – 45,392 miles
  • 2008 – 31,979 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,565 miles
  • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded/pitted/scored/slightly worn-osf tyre inner edge worn low-rear suspension arm bushes perished and slight play-both rear brake pipes corroded-rear axle corroded-Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNsr coil spring corroded-both front brake flexi hoses slightly deteriorated-nsf inner steering rack arm slight play-Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySlight judder at front brakes-nsr wheel bearing slightly noisy

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,565 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    156,565 miles
    Test number
    815667570975
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded/pitted/scored/slightly worn-osf tyre inner edge worn low-rear suspension arm bushes perished and slight play-both rear brake pipes corroded-rear axle corroded-
    • AdvisoryNsr coil spring corroded-both front brake flexi hoses slightly deteriorated-nsf inner steering rack arm slight play-
    • AdvisorySlight judder at front brakes-nsr wheel bearing slightly noisy

  2. Fail156,565 miles (+10,477)5 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,565 miles
    Test number
    790804014010
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm likely to become detached suspension arm (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded/pitted/scored/slightly worn-osf tyre inner edge worn low-rear suspension arm bushes perished and slight play-both rear brake pipes corroded-rear axle corroded-
    • AdvisoryNsr coil spring corroded-both front brake flexi hoses slightly deteriorated-nsf inner steering rack arm slight play-

  3. Pass146,088 miles (+13,040)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    146,088 miles
    Test number
    355982585150
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded/worn-nsr wheel bearing slight play-
    • AdvisoryRear indicators discoursed-rear suspension arm bushes perished-osf brake pipe corroded-front brake discs corroded/pitted-front brake flexi hoses deteriated-

  4. Pass133,048 miles (+4,011)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    133,048 miles
    Test number
    710808651671
    • AdvisoryEngine/gearbox mounting deteriated-rear suspension arm bushes perished-front brake pads wearing low-o s f flexi deteriated-n s f rim distorted-n s f flexi deteriated-
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs scored-rear axle corroded-front to rear brake pipes corroded-parking brake lever slight travel-o s f and rear suspension arm bushes slight play/perished-n s f and rear suspension arm bushes slight play/perished-

  5. Pass129,037 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    129,037 miles
    Test number
    923455216968
    • AdvisoryAll 4 brake flexi hoses deteriated-parking brake lever slight travel and passed on limits-both front tyres on limit/edges worn low-engine gearbox mountings deteriated-rear axle corroded-
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms bushes perished slightly and slight play-

  6. Fail129,037 miles (+2,610)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,037 miles
    Test number
    338906655896
    • DangerousShock absorbers likely to become detached o/s/r (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 brake flexi hoses deteriated-parking brake lever slight travel and passed on limits-both front tyres on limit/edges worn low-engine gearbox mountings deteriated-rear axle corroded-
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms bushes perished slightly and slight play-

  7. Pass126,427 miles (+1,096)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    126,427 miles
    Test number
    956833076210
    • AdvisoryAll 4 brake flexi hoses deteriated-parking brake lever slight travel and passed on limits-n/s/r/ tyre wearing low-

  8. Pass125,331 miles (+1,934)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    125,331 miles
    Test number
    310028563927
    • AdvisoryBoth front flexi hoses deteriorated

  9. Pass123,397 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    123,397 miles
    Test number
    900231985906
    • AdvisoryN/s/f/o/s/f/ flexi deteriorated-

  10. Fail123,397 miles (+2,178)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,397 miles
    Test number
    259069407169
    • MajorBrake hose excessively damaged n/s/r/ (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake hose excessively damaged o/s/r/ (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCoil spring fractured or broken o/s/r/ (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRoad wheel fixing missing all 4 tyres 1 nut missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f/o/s/f/ flexi deteriorated-

  11. Pass121,219 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    121,219 miles
    Test number
    355608943359
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail121,214 miles (+4,963)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,214 miles
    Test number
    921225761751
    • FailureRear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass116,251 miles (+3,659)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    116,251 miles
    Test number
    515962794259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass112,592 miles (+3,169)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    112,592 miles
    Test number
    189104577011
    • AdvisoryUndertray

  15. Fail109,423 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,423 miles
    Test number
    375957894436
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass109,423 miles (+25,183)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    109,423 miles
    Test number
    667687794259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass84,240 miles (+22,411)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    84,240 miles
    Test number
    239478893241
    • NoteAll brake discs wearing thin

  18. Pass61,829 miles (-2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    61,829 miles
    Test number
    445516922398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail61,831 miles (+4,167)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,831 miles
    Test number
    489241122469
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

  20. Pass57,664 miles (+7,282)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    57,664 miles
    Test number
    685283111375
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass50,382 miles (+4,990)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    50,382 miles
    Test number
    540371520373
    • NoteN/S/F fog lamp inoperative

  22. Pass45,392 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    45,392 miles
    Test number
    603085819387
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Fail45,392 miles (+13,413)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,392 miles
    Test number
    441914719400
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass31,979 miles (+5,359)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    31,979 miles
    Test number
    873327118303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass26,620 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    26,620 miles
    Test number
    892813808250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvice front fog lamp check operation nearside front
    • NoteAdvice steering tracking

Questions about LM05 VTY

Does LM05 VTY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM05 VTY expired on 21 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM05 VTY?
The MOT on LM05 VTY expired on 21 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM05 VTY done?
LM05 VTY was recorded at 156,565 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2025, an average of 7,643 miles a year.
Has LM05 VTY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM05 VTY has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LM05 VTY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Nov 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM05 VTY find?
LM05 VTY passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2025 with 3 advisories: front brake discs corroded/pitted/scored/slightly worn-osf tyre inner edge worn low-rear suspension arm bushes perished and slight play-both rear brake pipes corroded-rear axle corroded-; nsr coil spring corroded-both front brake flexi hoses slightly deteriorated-nsf inner steering rack arm slight play-; slight judder at front brakes-nsr wheel bearing slightly noisy.

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